alpha,alpha-dibromo-D-camphor

alpha,alpha-Dibromo-D-camphor is a synthetic dibrominated derivative of D-camphor with the molecular formula C10H14Br2O and a molecular weight of 310.03 g/mol[1][5]. It is primarily used as an ingredient in topical pain-relieving products in combination with other agents such as capsaicin and menthol[2][4][8]. The compound is not widely recognized as a pharmaceutical agent on its own but may be present in over-the-counter external analgesic preparations. Its mechanism of action is not fully understood; it is believed to interact with various molecular targets due to the presence of bromine atoms that can influence reactivity and interactions with biomolecules through halogen bonding or structural modification[6]. There are no well-established primary indications for systemic use or evidence for development by major pharmaceutical companies.

Other names

d-3,3-Dibromo-1,7,7-trimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]heptan-2-oned-3,3-dibromo-2-bornanonedibromated camphor